Dry and dehydrated skin is never a good look..
The changeable and unpredictable Irish weather wreaks havoc on our sensitive Celtic skin. Between the snow, rain and wind combined with indoor heating, moisture is drawn from the skin leaving it dull and dry. When skin becomes dry, its softness and elasticity is impaired and the skin’s natural barrier is compromised.
These aggressive factors can lead to the skin becoming dull and dehydrated so it’s the perfect time to reassess your regime. Tweaking your skincare routine with hydrating heroes during these colder months can do wonders for nourishing the complexion.
French skincare brand, Eau Thermale Avène, has some hero hydrating products that can slot easily into any routine to help protect, hydrate and improve the quality of the skin during this cold spell and beyond.
Avène Cleansing Foam €16
First things first! Cleansing is an important step to provide the skin with a clean and neutral base before the application of serums and moisturisers. Avène’s Gentle Foam Cleanser is a beautifully simple, soap-free wash formulated for all skin types including dehydrated and sensitive skin. This lightweight foam cleanses and removes impurities from the face and eyes, while tightening pores and providing a matte finish. This hydrating winter skin hero, is formulated with glutamic acid and also helps combat excessive sebum production.
Avène Hydrance Intense Serum €26
Avène’s Hydrance Intense Serum is a fresh, light-weight serum with an easily absorbed, melting texture to help instantly and visibly replenish the skin with water. Formulated with Cohederm™, a unique patented active proven to form water reservoirs in dehydrated skin, this rehydrating serum is long lasting and provides effective moisturisation. Containing a high concentration of Avène Thermal Spring Water, skin is left feeling soothed, supple and velvety-smooth.
Avène Hydrance UV Light Hydrating Emulsion €25
The final, and some-might-say, most important step in every skincare routine is your SPF. Avène’s Hydrance UV moisturisers are multi-protective daily creams which combine the benefits of long-lasting hydration, up to 24hours* and double protection – SPF30 and anti-oxidants.
Containing Pre-Tocopheryl and Avène’s Sunsitive Protection®, these hydrating hybrid creams protect the skin from the environmental aggressions of UVA & UVB rays and other external factors such as free radicals and pollution all year long to preserve the skin’s beauty. Available in a light emulsion version for normal to dry skin and a rich cream version for very dry skin.
The full routine costs only €67 and is available from pharmacies nationwide and online at www.boots.ie.
*Hydration of the upper skin layers.
For more information please visit www.avene.ie.
